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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) pitches to St. Louis Cardinals during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

August 1, 2026

Jeff Hoffman linked to blockbuster offer to NL contenders

The Chicago Cubs' pursuit of bullpen help has led them to Jeff Hoffman, though he's not necessarily their top choice.

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August 1, 2026

Phillies eyeing pushing to trade for Blue Jays star outfielder

The Philadelphia Phillies and Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as real trade partners ahead of the August 3 deadline, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) looks on against the St. Louis Cardinals during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

August 1, 2026

Jeff Hoffman speaks on the Blue Jays placing him on trading block

Jeff Hoffman isn't ready to accept that his time in Toronto is winding down, even as his old team reportedly wants him back.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park

August 1, 2026

White Sox and Blue Jays linked to trade benefiting both teams

The Chicago White Sox need pitching, and the Toronto Blue Jays have exactly the kind of veterans available to make a real deal happen.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) rests against the rail before a MLB game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre.

August 1, 2026

Kevin Gausman meets with Blue Jays coaches over clubhouse comments

Kevin Gausman didn't let his comments about the Blue Jays' chemistry sit unresolved for long.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) is caught in a rundown between first and second base against the Washington Nationals during the fifth inning at Nationals Park

August 1, 2026

George Springer vocalizes where he wants to be traded to

George Springer isn't waiting for teams to simply call around anymore.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) in the dug out during the second inning against the Chicago White Sox at Rogers Centre.

August 1, 2026

Kevin Gausman speaks on a potential contract extension following trade rumors

Kevin Gausman says manager John Schneider has kept the focus on baseball, even as trade rumors surround the veteran starter before the deadline.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) on the field against the Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at Truist Park.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays place star slugger on trading block ahead of the deadline

George Springer's time in Toronto could end well before the season does.

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July 31, 2026

Blue Jays release veteran pitcher ahead of the deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays have released pitcher Diego Dominguez, a surprising cut given his standing as a veteran presence within the organization's farm system.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Jesus Sanchez (12) reacts on second base after hitting a double in the seventh inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays drop outfielder while reinstating two players off IL

Jesús Sánchez is back, and manager John Schneider wasted little time reshaping the Blue Jays roster before Friday's game.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Tyler Rogers (71) throws a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays list of relievers on the trading block announced

The Toronto Blue Jays are ready to move well beyond just one bullpen arm before the deadline hits.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andrés Giménez (0) hits a RBI single against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at Fenway Park.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays linked to massive 5-player blockbuster trade

A genuine blockbuster is being floated between the Toronto Blue Jays and Washington Nationals, one that would send four names north in exchange for CJ Abrams.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manger Ross Atkins speaks to the media during the press conference at Rogers Centre.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays informing interested teams that this star player is off limits no matter the offer

The Toronto Blue Jays are shutting down speculation about their best reliever, and they're doing it directly.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Jesus Sanchez (12) reacts after hitting a single against the Philadelphia Phillies during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays finally share Jesus Sanchez return date

Jesus Sanchez is likely headed back to Toronto soon, with his fifth and possibly final rehab game coming Thursday.

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A detailed view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat in the sixth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

July 31, 2026

Blue Jays release left-hander Luis Fonseca

The Toronto Blue Jays have released left-handed pitcher Luis Fonseca, another routine transaction in a farm system that never really stops turning over.

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